Holden's Solar Flair Rhododendron
- Stay Protected wtih Plant Sentry ™
Holden's Solar Flair Rhododendron - Bareroot is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
To receive an email notification when our next crop is ready, please enter your email below..*
Plant Sentry™
Plant Sentry™
Plant Sentry is designed to protect both consumers and the nursery trade from invasive plant pests and diseases. Sites that display the Plant Sentry protection badge are protected from consumers buying and nurseries shipping material carrying invasive pests and diseases.
This proprietary eCommerce software prevents the shipment of a restricted plant to each state. The Plant Sentry system includes a shipment certification program. The Plant Sentry Compliance Officer works closely with NatureHills.com and each nursery or fulfillment center to ensure only compliant plants are sold to customers.
Click Here to learn more
Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
Click here to see our full rates
Buying Options for Plants
Nature Hills sells a large variety of plants with several options available. Plants are offered in both potted containers and as dormant bare root without soil. Here is a helpful resource to understand your options as you create a beautiful landscape with help from Nature Hills.
Ever wonder what a larger plant will mean for your landscape? Container Sizes are really all about the age of the plant!
Seasonally, Nature Hills offers hand selected, high quality bare root trees, shrubs and perennials. Bare root plants are sold by height from the top of the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may be taller than the height minimums.
- Popular sizes of select trees are 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, etc.
- Popular sizes of select bare root plants is 1 foot, 18 inches, etc.
Nature Hills Container Size by Volume
Keep in mind, specific varieties and different growing conditions can affect the rate at which plants grow. Variations in size may occur.
| Young Plants to 18 Months | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| 2"x2"x3" | Ranges from | .18 to .21 dry quarts / .198 to .23 dry liters in volume |
| 4.5" Container | Equal to | .65 dry quart / .72 dry liter in volume |
| Sprinter Pot | Equal to | .63 dry quart / .69 dry liter in volume |
| 4" Container | Ranges from | .31 to .87 / .35 to .96 dry liter in volume |
| 6" Container | Equal to | 1.4 dry quarts / 1.59 dry liters in volume |
| 1 Quart | Equal to | 1 dry quart / 1.1 dry liter in volume |
| 5.5" Container | Equal to | 1.89 of a dry quart / 2.08 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x5" | Ranges from | .8 to 1.1 dry quarts / .88 to 1.2 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x6" | Ranges from | 1.0 to 1.3 dry quarts / 1.1 to 1.41 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x9" | Ranges from | 1.1 to 2.1 dry quarts / 1.2 to 2.3 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x10" | Ranges from | 1.7 to 2.3 dry quart / 1.87 to 2.53 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 18 Months - 2.5 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| 2 Quart | Equal to | 2 dry quarts / 2.2 dry liters in volume |
| #1 Container | Ranges from | 2.26 to 3.73 dry quarts / 2.49 to 4.11 dry liters in volume |
| 5"x5"x12" | Equal to | 3.5 to 4.3 dry quarts / 3.85 to 4.74 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 2 - 4 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| #2 Container | Ranges from | 1.19 to 1.76 dry gallons / 5.24 to 7.75 dry liters in volume |
| #3 Container | Ranges from | 2.32 to 2.76 dry gallons / 10.22 to 12.16 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 3 - 5 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| #5 Container | Ranges from | 2.92 to 4.62 dry gallons / 12.86 to 20.35 dry liters in volume |
| #6 Container | Ranges from | 5.25 to 6.01 dry gallons / 23.12 to 26.42 dry liters in volume |
| #7 Container | Ranges from | 5.98 to 6.08 dry gallons / 26.34 to 26.78 dry liters in volume |
Plant Highlights
Holden's Solar Flair Rhododendron highlights at a glance!
Plant Highlights
Plant Highlights
-
Brand
-
Botanical Name
-
Growing Zones
-
Mature Height
-
Mature Spread
-
Sun ExposureFull Sun
-
Moisture
-
Soil
-
Growth RateSlow
-
Pollinator Friendly
-
Pruning Time
-
Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Growing Zones 5-8
Radiant pale yellow blooms await you! Every Rhododendron is pretty, but Holden's Solar Flair Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Holden's Solar Flair') seems very special, with luminescent pale yellow blooms that burst forth from rose pink buds! Something about the combination of that gleaming yellow with the deep, glossy green leaves feels very fresh and modern!
Holden's Solar Flair is not without spice, either! Each bloom is daubed with a fiery "splotch" of garnet. Never overpowering, that red instead adds some extra "oomph" to this compact shrub. Plus it gives pollinators and Hummingbirds a bullseye to zone in on! Holden's Solar Flair Rhododendron is an easy selection to live with and loves all year around. Even after the blooms are done, the attractive broad-leaved evergreen is gorgeous year-round!
Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 5 to 8 where it is heat and cold-tolerant, maturing 3-4 feet in height and width! These flowering evergreens are fantastic spring bloomers and very easy to grow! The long glossy foliage is deep green and the entire shrub has a very tropical vibe!
Planting and Application:
Use Holden's Solar Flair as a standout specimen and focal point among your mixed shrub borders! As fantastic year-round backdrops and foundation plantings, these Rhododendrons kick your curb appeal up a few notches and are sure to get your landscape noticed all year long! It has a compact and exotic nature that makes it ideal as a container planting on your back patio, as poolside planting, as low privacy hedge, or in a porch planter, and is perfectly suited for smaller gardens as anchors and specimen plantings!
Create a low hedge near your patio or consider using them in pollinator borders, cottage gardens, modern plantings, and upscale urban gardens in the dappled shade. Solar Flair contrasts beautifully with other spring bloomers, like Iris and Peonies. Or extend a monochromatic display with overlapping yellow Roses such as Popcorn Drift® or Sunny Knock Out® that will bloom the rest of the growing season!
- Gorgeous Pale Yellow Flowers
- Big Blooms & Big Trusses
- Attractive Broad-Leaved Evergreen Foliage
- Hummingbird, Butterfly & Bee-Friendly!
- Great Container Plant, Specimen, Vibrant Accent & Four-Season Color
#ProPlantTips For Care
Rhododendrons naturally grow in the thin soil of mountainous slopes with good drainage and do well in part shade or sun. Remember not to plant these shallow-rooted plants too deeply. Mound them up in a hill of extra soil; leaving an inch or two of the root ball showing. They won't do well in poorly draining soil, but you'll need to plan to keep this beauty evenly watered.
Check on your soil by digging a hole and pouring a bucket of water into it. Does it take longer than 10 minutes to drain? If so, you'll need to improve the drainage by creating a mound or raised bed 18 inches tall. Amend the soil with pine needle compost and perlite pellets. You'll then bring a three-inch layer of mulch up around the base of the plant. Last, pull the mulch back away from touching the stems. Water consistently during the first season. Thereafter, you'll want to give them regular deep drinks when the weather gets dry. Once established, this is a low-maintenance shrub, and what a beauty!
Prune to shape, but wait until after the blooms are finished! Don't wait too long, as you might accidentally trim off next year's flowers. Weed your plantings regularly. Avoid underplanting near your Rhododendrons to give the roots room to spread. Feed with slow-release fertilizer for acid-loving, ericaceous plants. Follow the label directions for timing and application rates.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Low Maintenance in Slightly-Acidic Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture & Mulched Beds
- Prune Immediately After Spring Flowers Fade
- Low Maintenance & Easy to Grow Once Established
Please place your order as soon as you see the Holden's Solar Flair Rhododendron in stock, we've only got a limited number of this high-demand variety! Shipped to your doorstep from NatureHills.com!
Azalea and Rhododendron Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to plant Rhododendrons?
Azaleas and Rhododendrons prefer partial shade (both dappled shade all day or morning sun with afternoon shade). Plant in a slightly acidic, consistently moist, enriched, and well-drained soil location for best results. Their shallow roots dislike soggy soil but thrive with a 3-4 inch layer of arborist mulch over their surface.
How big do Rhododendrons get?
Holden's Solar Flair Rhododendron can grow 3-4 feet in height and width, when grown in optimal conditions.
Are Rhododendrons low maintenance?
Azalea and Rhododendron shrubs are very easy to grow and low maintenance. Water during drought, prune only after flowering and fertilize with an acid-loving organic, slow-release flowering plant fertilizer.
What is the difference between Rhododendrons and Azaleas?
All Azaleas are Rhododendrons but not all Rhodondendrons are Azaleas. Azalea tends to be smaller-sized with smaller leaves and stems, while Rhododendrons can be larger with stout branching and larger bloom trusses. There can both be either deciduous or broad-leaved evergreens.
How Do I Find Azaleas and Rhododendrons for Sale Near Me?
Make your life easier and your yard happier by shopping for Azaleas at NatureHills.com online nursery. You'll find a massive selection of flowering bushes for sale, including many lovely varieties!
Choose the right shrub for your area by first finding your growing zone by entering your zip code in the field above the Plant Highlights section on our product pages. Narrow down your options by plant hardiness zone, sun availability, and size requirements.
Place your order, knowing it's backed by the Nature Hills Nursery product guarantee and protected by Plant Sentry™, which helps ensure regulated plant materials aren't sent to prohibited areas.
Expect to receive your plants at the appropriate planting time for your growing zone when temperatures are safest to ship through and into.
What Shipping Options Do You Offer?
NatureHills.com works closely with our growers and nursery professionals to ensure we ship when it is most appropriate for your area. Our goal is to deliver the hardiest plants by avoiding extreme high and low temperatures. Check out our shipping schedule for more information and to learn our wills and don'ts when it comes to shipping plants. Find your Azaleas for sale here at NatureHills.com!
